How To Fix CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 - Price control &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API - Messages for MDG Material Ledger

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Price control &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 - Price control &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API003, which states "Price control &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of material management and pricing in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid price control indicator for the material in question.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Price Control Indicator: The most common cause of this error is that the material master record does not have a price control indicator defined. Price control indicators are essential for determining how the system handles pricing for materials (e.g., moving average price or standard price).
  
  
  Incorrect Material Type: The material type may not support the price control being referenced, or the material may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the material management module that prevent the price control from being recognized.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the material master or related tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master Record:
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03).
  Check the "Accounting" view to see if the price control indicator is set. The price control indicator can be either "S" (Standard Price) or "V" (Moving Average Price).
  If it is missing, you may need to create or update the material master record to include the appropriate price control.
  
  
  
  Update Material Type Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the material type associated with the material supports the desired price control. You can check this in the configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Logistics > Material Management > Material Master > Settings for Key Fields > Define Attributes of Material Types.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for price control in the system to ensure that it is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the configuration menu.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the material master data. You can use transaction codes like MM02 to make necessary corrections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on material pricing and price control indicators.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Price Control Indicators: Understanding the difference between standard price and moving average price is crucial for effective material management.
  Material Master Views: Familiarize yourself with the various views of the material master, as different views may contain different information relevant to pricing.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to material management include MM01 (Create Material), MM02 (Change Material), and MM03 (Display Material).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMD_BS_MAT_MLA_API003 error and ensure that your material pricing is set up correctly in SAP.